Guilder Coffee Company - Cully Neighborhood (Formerly Junior's Roasted Coffee) — Restaurant in Portland

Junior's is my favorite spot for an espresso hang. The consistent quality of drinks here is what keeps me coming back.

At most shops, you learn which baristas you can safely order a double shot from, and with which baristas you'd better shift to a 12oz milk based flavor added beverage. I love that I can roll in to Junior's and anyone there can deliver a clean, quality espresso double shot. They keep their stuff dialed in and don't let just anyone fling a shot.

Amy, Taylor and the rest of the staff folks have been there a long time, which I take to be a sign that the business side of things is treating employees better than industry standards. I always feel welcome and included, with neither over nor under engagement.

Their whole beans are roasted with an eye to ecology and fairness and make for a lovely pour over experience at home.

What a gem...

Thought we would give it a try since Jim and Patty's closed. This used to be a gas station so I'm glad the building is being repurposed. I bought an 8 ounce mocha (which I didn't see on a menu) so I had to ask if they served mochas. That was a mistake I got the hipster vibe and when I paid $6.50 for a child sized drink I felt a little ripped off. Usually I get asked if I would like whipped cream but I didn't feel like that would be a tolerated question. As we drove away I couldn't taste any chocolate, it tasted like milk and coffee and had a acidic burnt taste. My wife got an Americano and was disappointed too Sad because we are looking for a new place to go. Happy because we can check ✔️ this off our list. I am glad I didn't get a 16 ounce mocha, because...

I wanted to like this place. It’s a short walk from my house, and I’m always looking for a good coffee shop to grab a drink and get some work done. But after multiple visits, I won’t be going back.

The drinks are overpriced, which I could overlook if the staff weren’t consistently rude. Nearly every interaction has been unpleasant—not just indifference, but outright rudeness toward me, my dog, and even my simple decaf coffee order. It’s not just me, either—several friends in the neighborhood have had similar experiences and now drive elsewhere for better service.

Management, it’s time to step in. At the very least, train your staff to be professional and courteous. No one expects over-the-top enthusiasm, but basic respect shouldn’t be too...